Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2vsLenovo Legion Pro 5i

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Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2
ThinkPad P16v Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2 delivers exceptional performance, rivaling full-wattage GPUs with impressive computing capabilities.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2 boasts an impressive build quality that's truly outstanding overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2's stunning 4K OLED display offers an immersive viewing experience vividly.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2 boasts premium features including Intel Core i9 processors.
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Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
Legion Pro 5i

Quick Stats

The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i's performance remains largely unchanged, with a minor gaming boost and slight CPU decline.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i's build shows no significant upgrade, with quality feeling robust but unchanged.
The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro's display is a standard IPS panel with good color accuracy and 165Hz refresh rate.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i's features remain largely unchanged from last year's model with some CPU updates.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2
#187
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
Winner
#183
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2
#654
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
#107
Winner
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2
#270
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
#264
Winner
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2
#58
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
#54
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2
#749
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
#727
Winner
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2
#569
Winner
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
#782

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2
Lenovo Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
up to 128GB
up to 64GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
Intel Core Ultra 9 185H
Intel Core i9-14900HX
NVIDIA RTX 500 Ada Generation (35W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Laptop, 140W)
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
2x 2242 / 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2

Strengths

Outstanding screen on this one. The 4K OLED is beautiful. It's just a great screen.
The laptop runs nice and cool when gaming. Nice and quiet when gaming. Nice and cool and quiet when doing CPU tasks or, you know, engineering tasks.
It has fantastic internals, really good inside this laptop.
The ThinkPad keyboard and trackpad are top-notch.
If you can get it open box for a pretty good price, this might be a compelling option for you.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Lenovo Legion Pro 5i

Strengths

The laptop still goes all the way back almost 180°, which is a convenient feature.
The display options remain the same, including a good IPS panel with a respectable color gamut and 165 HZ refresh rate.
The RTX 4060 GPU provides sufficient performance for most games.
The webcam has improved AI features to help with background noise.
The laptop stays below 90°C Celsius, which is a decent temperature for gaming laptops.
The internal layout remains the same, with thick heat pipes and large fans, indicating good cooling capabilities.
The laptop's design is still solid, with a weighted build of about 5.5 lb.

Weaknesses

The laptop is almost identical to last year's model, with only minor changes, such as the co-pilot key instead of control key.
There is no significant performance difference between this year and last year's models, except in some games where it performed slightly better.
The stickers on the 2024 model are a bit crooked compared to the 2023 model.
The laptop still uses an i7 14th Gen processor, which is not significantly different from last year's 13th Gen processor.
The battery life is only around 5 hours and 25 minutes, which may be short for some users.
There is no dual Channel memory in this model, which explains why some productivity-based tests were faster on the 2023 model.
The laptop still uses a relatively low TGP (thermal design power), with only two to three more watts compared to last year's model.
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Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2 is a powerhouse laptop that defies expectations. With its sleek design and premium metal chassis, this device feels remarkably light despite packing a punch. The 4K OLED screen shines with vibrant colors and minimal reflectivity, making it perfect for creative professionals. This laptop's internal components are also top-notch, ensuring seamless performance even during intense gaming sessions or CPU-intensive tasks. A true gem in Lenovo's lineup, the P16v Gen 2 is an excellent choice for those seeking a reliable and capable workhorse.

Lenovo Legion Pro 5i

The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro has been revamped for 2024, but don't let the new year fool you - this laptop is essentially identical to its predecessor. With the same aluminum top lid, weighted design, and port lineup, it's a repeat performance from last year's model. The only notable changes are a swapped-out key on the keyboard and a slightly different CPU configuration. This raises questions about whether upgrading to the new model is worth the investment.

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